Many occupations in Florida entail some risk of asbestos exposure, but plumbers have historically faced some of the greatest risks of asbestos exposure on the job. Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma, and if you are diagnosed with this form of cancer, it is crucial that you speak with a Florida plumbers mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your legal options.

The team at Wallace & Graham, PA has years of proven experience representing clients in mesothelioma cases nationwide, and we are ready to leverage this experience on your behalf. The American Cancer Society reports about 3,000 new mesothelioma cases each year in the US, so this is not a very common form of cancer. However, it is both incurable and terminal, and you need to know what you can do if a specific party is responsible for your diagnosis.
One of the most challenging aspects of a mesothelioma case is accurately determining the source of the asbestos exposure that led to your diagnosis. Plumbers may encounter asbestos insulation and pipe coverings made with asbestos, especially when working in older buildings. They may also need to cut and/or grind cement pipes that contain asbestos, releasing particles into the surrounding area.
Our firm will carefully examine all available evidence to help you determine the most likely source of your asbestos exposure. Once we have determined how, when, and why you were exposed, we can then help you pursue compensation from the party responsible. You may have several options for claiming compensation, and you can trust our team to guide you through all of your proceedings.
You may qualify to file a workers’ compensation claim through your employer if you were exposed to asbestos at your current job, as your mesothelioma would qualify as a work-related illness. However, you may have been diagnosed later in life, possibly after retirement, and you may learn that the company responsible is no longer operating.
Many companies that formerly produced asbestos products in the US were required to establish mesothelioma injury trusts to compensate those later discovered to have been harmed by their products. You may qualify to file a claim to one of these trust funds, and you should hire a plumbers mesothelioma lawyer to guide you through the filing process.
You could also have grounds to file a personal injury case for toxic exposure against a specific party, and if you succeed with this case, you may receive compensation for all medical expenses related to your diagnosis, any lost income, and your pain and suffering. The most common form of mesothelioma is pleural mesothelioma, and the average five-year survival rate for all stages is only 15%, so time is a crucial factor when building any mesothelioma case in Florida.
The attorneys at Wallace & Graham, PA have the skills and experience you need on your side to navigate your legal proceedings after a mesothelioma diagnosis. We have helped many plumbers in Florida pursue accountability and compensation, and we will leverage this experience in your case. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Florida plumbers mesothelioma lawyer.